Chinese Keys Galangal Ginger (Fingerroot)- Boesenbergia rotunda Bean Whatever the name

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The 'Velvet Elvis' elephant ear is named for its dark green velvety leaves with bright white veins

moist to dry

The Imperial Red Elephant Ear sets itself apart from other varieties with its striking red stems

• Light: Mostly sunny to partial shade

Chinese Keys Galangal Ginger (Fingerroot)- Boesenbergia rotunda Bean Whatever the nameThe Chinese Keys plant (Boesenbergia rotunda) is highly sought after for its culinary and medicinal benefits. The leaves, shoots, and long, finger like roots are edible. The plant produces small, pink flowers. If you're going for a unique specimen, this is the one! Some other common names you may see this plant go by are Fingerroot, Chinese Ginger, Lesser Galangal, or Krachai. Mature height: 12 24 inches Light: Full sun is fine, but part shade is